Entries and Nominees Announced
A total of approximately 3,000 songs have been announced as entries for this year’s Music Awards Japan, representing various genres and categories. The selected entries for the six major categories are:
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- 256 songs for the Best Song Award
- 167 artists for the Best Artist Award
- 171 works for the Best Album Award
- 61 artists for the Best New Artist Award
- 100 songs for the Top Global Hit from Japan
- 24 songs for the Best Asian Song Award
These entries will be available on the official Music Awards Japan website, providing a comprehensive overview of the selected nominees.
International Special Award and Collaborations
The International Special Award is a category established through collaboration between CEIPA, the organizer of Music Awards Japan, and music awards organizations from six countries: China, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. This award recognizes songs that have won the Best Song Award or an equivalent honor at the respective music awards in these six countries. In addition, the top organizers or designated executives from these international award organizations will participate as overseas voting members for Music Awards Japan. This partnership aims to foster cross-Pacific connections through music, encouraging collaborations between artists from the participating countries. Some of the participating awards include:
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- South Korea: MAMA AWARDS
- China: Tencent Music Entertainment Awards (TMEA)
- Thailand: TOTY Music Awards
- Indonesia: Anugerah Musik Indonesia (AMI AWARDS)
- Philippines: AWIT AWARDS
- Vietnam: The Dedication Music Awards
These collaborations will help to promote music from around the world and encourage global connections through music.
Awards Ceremony and Winners Announcement
The final nominees for all awards will be announced on April 17, and the winners will be revealed during the awards ceremony on May 21 and May 22 in Kyoto.
Special Voting Members and Symbol of Music Awards Japan
Music Awards Japan has announced that historic Japanese electronic trio Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO) have been named the Symbol of Music Awards Japan for the inaugural edition of the event. “YELLOW MAGIC ORCHESTRA, or YMO as most call us, continues to reach younger audiences even today. I still receive fan letters from kids in middle school who mention they’re listening to ‘Rydeen.’ It’s amazing to see that YMO is still alive in some way—though I’m the only one left from the original group. It’s a reminder that music endures and its spirit is alive. While we never really thought of ourselves as mainstream, I can’t help but feel the weight of YMO’s legacy. It’s an honor to be recognized as part of this new wave, especially by MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN. Thank you so much.”
The Symbol of Music Awards Japan reflects the ethos guiding the event forward as it aims to establish the Japanese music industry as one of the top players on the global stage.
Event Details
The Music Awards Japan ceremony will take place on May 21 and May 22 at the historic ROHM Theater in Kyoto, Japan. The official website for Music Awards Japan is https://www.musicawardsjapan.com/, where you can find more information on the event, including category entries, global fan voting, and special collaborations. Note: You can find more information on the event by visiting the official website. The website will provide a comprehensive overview of the selected nominees and details on the awards ceremony and winners announcement.
| Category | Entries |
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| Best Song Award | 256 songs |
| Best Artist Award | 167 artists |
| Best Album Award | 171 works |
| Best New Artist Award | 61 artists |
| Top Global Hit from Japan | 100 songs |
| Best Asian Song Award | 24 songs |
MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN is an event that brings together the best in Japanese music, with a focus on showcasing the unique sound and style of Japanese artists. The event will take place on May 21 and May 22 at the historic ROHM Theater in Kyoto, Japan, and will feature a range of categories and awards. The official website for Music Awards Japan is https://www.musicawardsjapan.com/, where you can find more information on the event and the selected nominees. MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN is a unique event that celebrates the best in Japanese music, with a focus on showcasing the unique sound and style of Japanese artists. The event will also feature a range of collaborations and partnerships, including the International Special Award, which recognizes songs that have won the Best Song Award or an equivalent honor at the respective music awards in six countries. The International Special Award is a category established through collaboration between CEIPA, the organizer of Music Awards Japan, and music awards organizations from six countries: China, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. The final nominees for all awards will be announced on April 17, and the winners will be revealed during the awards ceremony on May 21 and May 22. Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO) have been named the Symbol of Music Awards Japan for the inaugural edition of the event. MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN will take place on May 21 and May 22 at the historic ROHM Theater in Kyoto, Japan. The event will feature a range of categories and awards, including the International Special Award, which recognizes songs that have won the Best Song Award or an equivalent honor at the respective music awards in six countries. The event will also feature a range of special voting members, including Lucian Grainge, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Group; Rob Stringer, Chairman of Sony Music Group; Robert Kyncl, CEO of Warner Music Group; and Lyor Cohen, Global Head of YouTube & Google’s Music Division. These industry leaders will support the recognition of Japanese music and contribute to voting in key categories, including Top Global Hit from Japan.
